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Challenging a DWI Charge
If you were arrested for DWI and took the breathalyzer test then the police told you what BAC you blew. If you blew a .08 or above you may feel done for. Most of us know if you blow a .08 or above then you can be charged with a DWI. It is true that at trial the...
North Carolina’s History of Strict Drinking Laws is Expected to Continue
The Governor's office of North Carolina and the state of North Carolina, has enacted a set of DWI initiatives over the years that has continued to enhance the DWI penalties for offenders. Since the early 2000's, in excess of 8000 vehicles of repeat offenders have...
Continuous Alcohol Monitoring System
North Carolina authorizes the use of continuous alcohol monitoring systems (CAM) to monitor the alcohol use of someone on probation for the most serious DWI. The CAM is placed on a person’s ankle and transmits readings that indicate alcohol use. This was authorized...
What To Do If You Are Stopped By Police
You are driving down the road when suddenly those dreaded blue flashing lights appear in your rear view mirror. You may be thinking “Wait, what have I done wrong?” Once you have a chance you pull over and the officer approaches your window, you are likely nervous...
Concealed Weapon During Traffic Stop in North Carolina
It is not illegal to carry a weapon in your vehicle, as long as you have the proper license or permit required by state law. However, when you are pulled over by the police, and have the weapon in your car, one thought in your mind is that you have a gun in the car...
What to do if you are pulled over by police
You are driving down the road when suddenly those dreaded blue flashing lights appear in your rear view mirror. You may be thinking “Wait, what have I done wrong?” Once you have a chance you pull over and the officer approaches your window. Likely you are so nervous...
Officer Misconduct and Disclosure
In criminal cases that rely heavily on a police officer’s testimony the honesty and credibility of the officer is highly important. After all if the fate of a defendant rests in the hands of the testimony of an officer it is crucial that the officer is honest in...
Search of Vehicle By Police In North Carolina
The answer to this question is simply no. If an officer asks you if he or she can search your vehicle your answer should always be no. An officer may ask you at any time if they can search you or any of your other property including vehicles but they key is that you...
What is a Reasonable Place to Position a DWI Checkpoint?
One of the worst feelings for a driver, who has been drinking, is coming upon a police DWI checkpoint. Many drivers are confused as to what to do in such a circumstance, and it is imperative that they understand their rights. As the summer months approach, police...
Limited Driving Prilege after DWI
In North Carolina if someone refuses to submit to chemical analysis after being arrested for DWI their license may be revoked for a year. Judges do have the authority to issue limited driving privileges in these circumstances for essential purposes. Additionally...
